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SsangYong Kyron facelift 2007 270 SPR (163 Hp) AWD T-Tronic
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SsangYong Kyron:
The SsangYong Kyron is a mid-size SUV built by the SsangYong Motor Company. It had a Mercedes-Benz diesel engine and was designed by Ken Greenley. It received a facelift in 2007. The name of the car is an inaccurate portmanteau made combining the pronounced sound of the mathematical symbol chi and the word run, which is intended to mean "infinite run. "
The 270XDi diesel engine is available on the Kyron increasing the performance to 121–138 kW /340–350 N⋅m. Both the 200XDi and 270XDi uses the 3rd-generation Common Rail technology. The direct injection system slightly boosts the power and fuel efficiency. The new third generation ECU is operating on 32-bit platform rather than the 16-bit found on the previous 2 generations of common-rail technology. There is also 3. 2 engine available reaching up to 162 kW - 220 hp and 2. 3 patrol engine avalaible with 112 kW /310 N⋅m. The transmission on all models is Mercedes-Benz 5G-Tronic model W722-6 5 speed....(Read more on Wikipedia)
facelift 2007 Overview:
SsangYong Kyron (facelift 2007). With 345 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.1 l/100km). At around 2095 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.6 s). The top speed reaches 174 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
270 SPR (163 Hp) AWD T-Tronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A noticeable improvement in performance with 163 Hp and a 0-100 km/h time of 13.6 seconds, making it more capable for highway cruising and overtaking.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption of 9.5 l/100 km is higher than the 200 Xdi, reflecting the increased power, automatic transmission, and AWD system.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust, Mercedes-Benz derived engines and chassis
- • Spacious and practical interior with large boot capacity
- • Comfortable ride, especially on rough surfaces
- • Strong value proposition, particularly on the used market
- • Good off-road capability in AWD variants
Cons:
- • Dated interior design and material quality
- • Sluggish performance across most engine options
- • High fuel consumption for petrol models and larger diesels
- • Questionable long-term resale value
- • Limited advanced safety features compared to rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Kyron: 2006 - 2007).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | SsangYong |
| Model: | Kyron |
| Generation: | facelift 2007 |
| Modification (Engine): | 270 SPR (163 Hp) AWD T-Tronic |
| Start of production: | 2007 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 163 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 60.5 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 345 Nm @ 1800-3250 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | D27DT 665.950 More details about the engine D27DT 665.950 |
| Engine displacement: | 2696 |
| Number of cylinders: | 5 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8.5 l |
| Coolant: | 11 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86.2 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 17.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 9.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 11.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 174 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.7 kg/Hp, 79 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6 kg/Nm, 167.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2063-2128 |
| Max. weight: | 2530 |
| Max. roof load: | 45 kg |
| Max load: | 402-467 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2322 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 625 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2300 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 92 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 21° |
| Length: | 4660 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1880 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1755 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2740 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1570 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1570 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 210-232 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.2 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 26° |
| Departure angle: | 23° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | T-Tronic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/75 R16; 255/60 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16; 7.5J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Semi-dependent beam with stabilizer lateral stability, Coil spring |
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